Principal Electrical Power Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cowes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Power Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the functional design of electrical power systems, guiding junior engineers, and engaging with customers to solve complex engineering challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge submarine designs, contributing to projects that incorporate advanced technology from around the globe. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment where your skills can truly shine. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is essential.
• Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems required.

Responsibilities

• Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment.
• Managing technical risks and providing solutions to complex problems.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of AC and DC Electrical Power Systems

Engineering Chartership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:

Principal Electrical Power Engineer

Location:

Barrow-in-Furness, Brough, Weymouth, Filton, Portsmouth, Frimley, Manchester – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary:

Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

1. Functional design and definition of Electrical Power Systems equipment
2. Authoring and reviewing technical documentation
3. Managing associated technical risks, assumptions, and dependencies
4. Providing advice on electrical power technical aspects across a broad range of engineering disciplines
5. Engaging with customers and suppliers to provide solutions to complex problems
6. Taking a leading role by guiding more junior members of the team through the systems definition process
7. Opportunity to travel to various locations throughout the UK, including various BAE, customer, and supplier sites

Your skills and experiences:

1. Essential Degree qualified Electrical Engineering or equivalent
2. Engineering experience
3. Engineering Chartership required (or significant progress towards Chartership can be demonstrated)
4. Significant knowledge of AC and DC electrical power systems
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Electrical Power Systems Definition team:

Working on the UK’s next-SSN design that incorporates technology from the UK, Australia, and the United States, you will be part of the Electrical Power team responsible for defining the needs of equipment, defining the system elements required to feed into the submarine design and build process, including design documentation, spatial modelling, and build outputs.

We offer relocation support packages

across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

If you have a health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.

All applicants must, as a minimum, achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residence in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:

1st May 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.